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Korean Soy Marinated Eggs (Mayak Gyeran)

A halved, soft-boiled marinated egg served over white rice, topped with savory sauce, sesame seeds, and green onions.
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Make addictive Korean Marinated Eggs, known as Mayak Gyeran. These soft-boiled eggs soak in a savory soy sauce marinade, perfect as a side dish or ramen topping.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup soy sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup mirin
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 green onion, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of water to a rolling boil. Gently lower the eggs into the boiling water. Cook for exactly 6 minutes and 30 seconds for jammy yolks.
  2. Immediately transfer the eggs to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them cool completely, about 10 minutes.
  3. Carefully peel the cooled eggs. Set aside.
  4. In a medium bowl or sealable container, combine the soy sauce, water, sugar, mirin, minced garlic, sliced onion, green onion, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  5. Place the peeled eggs into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged.
  6. Cover the container and refrigerate. Marinate for a minimum of 6 hours, but overnight is best for maximum flavor absorption.
  7. When ready to serve, remove the eggs from the marinade and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Use as a rice bowl topping or a savory snack.

Notes

  • For the best jammy yolk texture, use eggs that are about one week old, as they peel easier than very fresh eggs.
  • You can reuse the marinade once or twice for more eggs, but discard it after the third use.
  • These savory marinated eggs are excellent for meal prep and keep well in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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